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Sarkis

♂ Boy

Pronounced SAR-kis /ˈsɑr.kɪs/Medium

Meaning: The Armenian form of Sergius — of Latin/Roman origin, variously read 'a guardian; a protector; a servant/attendant'Low

In 30 seconds: A guardian; a protector: Sarkis is the Armenian Sergius. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'SAR-kis').
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Origin LowLatin, Armenian
MeaningThe Armenian form of Sergius — of Latin/Roman origin, variously read 'a guardian; a protector; a servant/attendant'
U.S. rank (2025)#6738 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births13 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1992
Total births (all-time)≈ 962

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200219142025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Sarkis is the Armenian form of Sergius — of Latin/Roman origin, variously read 'a guardian; a protector; a servant/attendant' (St. Sarkis the Warrior, much revered in Armenia). A crisp, classic name (said 'SAR-kis').

In the U.S. it appears in Armenian families. Rare, a-guardian at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Sergius is a Roman family name, variously read 'a guardian; a servant/attendant' — Sarkis is the Armenian form, borne by St. Sarkis the Warrior, crisp and classic (said 'SAR-kis').
Overall data confidence 44%
References — Sergius — Armenian form

Variations

SergiusSergeSarksian

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Sarkis mean?

Sarkis is the Armenian form of Sergius — variously 'a guardian; a protector; a servant'.

How do you pronounce Sarkis?

It's said SAR-kis /ˈsɑr.kɪs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Sarkis a boy or girl name?

Sarkis is a boy's name.

How popular is Sarkis?

Sarkis is a rare name in the U.S.

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